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House roll call 138 · 12th Congress · May 6, 1812

To postpone consideration of the petitions asking for repeal of the embargo act.

On May 6, 1812, the House voted 57–31. Result: passed. By party: Others 57–31.

During the 12th Congress (1811–1812), James Madison was president.

Yes
57
No
31
Did not vote
59
Date
May 6, 1812

By party

  • Others57 yes · 31 no · 59 didn’t vote

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To postpone consideration of the petitions…: House Vote, May 6, 1812,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/12-H-138/to-postpone-consideration-of-the-petitions-asking-for-repeal (accessed 2026-10-17).

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